10 Memorable Blog Posts of 2011

In 2011, Patch launched Local Voices, a blogging platform for members of the community to share their thoughts, ideas and stories on Patch. Our community voices have discussed everything from family, health and technology to our school districts and local businesses. Here's a look at just a few memorable blogs from 2011.

• One of our first blogs was written by then Miller Place High School student Ambrose Teniozo, who talked about and how to balance those issues all while trying to pass chemistry.

• Our first blog ever published was called . Blogger Claudine Jalajas took a closer look at the name "Mom; what it really means and who should be allowed to call her by it.

• Just days after the passing of his grandfather, funeral director Michael Gorton Jr. took time to reflect on

• Ethan Dreilinger's was part of a four-part series about what makes this area special; one of them being all of the great pizza, of course.

• After attending the , Linda Konnick Scalcione shared information from the meeting and blogged her thoughts.

• Once she got her WiFi back, Jenn Jorgensen wrote The blog was about how different it was to be "disconnected" with power outages from Hurricane Irene.

• In today's day and age, technology is so advanced that a television isn't even needed to keep up with your favorite shows, news and sports. Jalajas even cancelled her satellite service and

• Fitness expert Laura Dyroff gave readers during the holiday season.

• Local business owner and esthetician Sara Greenblatt blogged about , Sensational Facials.

• During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Patti Kozlowski's blog discussed the importance of the smaller, local foundations and drives such as the North Shore Neighbors Breast Cancer Coalition or The LI 2Day Walk and how they help.